Tornadoes that swept through parts of Kentucky Friday night killed 18 people in Kentucky and left several others critically injured. The storms that hit Kentucky came from a weather system

"We're gonna keep coming back over, and over, and over to show everybody that we're going to rebuild every structure and every life," Gov. Andy Beshear said.

Gov. Andy Beshear gave an update Tuesday on the impacts of the deadly May 16 tornado that hit Kentucky and the state's ongoing response.

Southeastern Kentucky communities are mourning the losses of loved ones who were killed as tornadoes and heavy storms rushed through the region May 16.

With 17 deaths and massive damage from weekend tornadoes, Laurel County Public Schools has officially ended the 2024-2025 school year as of May 16, district officials announced Tuesday.

Major Leslie Leatherman, a 39-year veteran of the Laurel County Fire Department, was tragically killed while responding to a fire alarm when the tornado touched down.

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is giving an update Tuesday as the southern Kentucky region braces for more severe weather amid recovery efforts from devastating storms.

Marshall Miracle is the youngest of the confirmed victims of two tornadoes that touched down late the night of May 16 in southeastern Kentucky. In addition to the Hills, Marshall was also the son of Chad Miracle and wife Traci Miracle. Marshall was a father himself and doted on his son, Noah James Miracle, who is nearly 6.

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. ( WKYT /Gray News) - A firefighter was killed while shielding his wife during an outbreak of tornadoes in Kentucky Friday night. Major Leslie Leatherman was responding to an emergency call from his home when a tornado struck the area, causing widespread damage and several casualties.

Disaster relief and clean up continued Monday in Laurel County, Kentucky after a tornado touched down in the area late Friday night.